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Arsenal are racing against time to secure Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze as their next major summer signing, with his £68m release clause set to expire on August 15, as the Mirror reports. The Gunners have just four days remaining to activate the clause or face potentially higher negotiations with Palace.
Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish appears resigned to losing key players this summer, describing departures as "just a natural process" and part of football's "life cycle" according to the Mirror. Speaking after Palace's Community Shield victory over Liverpool, Parish suggested the club is prepared for potential exits.
Arsenal legends endorse move
Former Arsenal midfielder Ray Parlour has backed Eze as the perfect final signing of the summer transfer window, as the Mirror reports. Speaking on talkSPORT, Parlour emphasised that Eze would provide crucial squad depth for Champions League and domestic competitions.
The Arsenal icon highlighted the importance of having multiple attacking options, particularly for a left wing position where Eze could compete with Gabriel Martinelli according to Metro. Parlour noted that extensive squad depth becomes essential when competing across Champions League, FA Cup and numerous other fixtures.
Deadline creates transfer urgency
Once the £68m release clause expires on August 15, Crystal Palace could demand an even higher fee for their England international, as the Mirror reports. This deadline pressure is intensifying Arsenal's pursuit of the versatile winger who can operate in multiple attacking positions.
Arsenal believe they may be able to negotiate a fee below the full £68m asking price, according to Metro. The England international's tactical flexibility and proven Premier League experience make him an attractive proposition for manager Mikel Arteta.
Palace face multiple departures
Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi is also attracting serious interest from Liverpool as they seek defensive reinforcements, as the Mirror reports. Parish acknowledged the club would have to consider substantial bids for players of Guehi's calibre to avoid losing them on free transfers.
The Palace chairman revealed previous bids for Guehi were rejected due to timing and circumstances, but emphasised the financial reality of potentially losing key players without compensation according to the Mirror.
Sources used: "Mirror", "Metro"
Note: This article has been edited with the help of Artificial Intelligence.
